Online marketplace Chrono24 appoints José Gaztelu as CEO
The online marketplace for watches has appointed José Gaztelu as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Gaztelu has served as Chief Growth Officer at Chrono24 since July 2025 and has been managing the company’s operations since September 2025.
Most recently, he has refined Chrono24’s corporate strategy, strengthened the leadership team, and driven key growth initiatives—particularly the expansion of the U.S. business, according to the Karlsruhe-based company.
Tobias Hartmann, Chairman of the Chrono24 Advisory Board, says: “Since joining the company, José has demonstrated clear leadership skills. He has quickly familiarized himself with new areas of responsibility and played a key role in shaping the company’s future direction. His appointment is a logical next step. We are very excited to continue shaping the future with him as CEO.”
Gaztelu has more than 15 years of international experience in scaling digital platforms. Most recently, as part of Nextdoor’s leadership team, he was responsible for operations and strategy in the U.S. and international markets. Prior to that, he held leadership roles at Domestika, Houzz, and Zalora, and began his career at McKinsey & Company.
“Chrono24 occupies a unique position in the luxury watch market: it offers the world’s largest selection, combined with deep expertise and a community that lives and breathes watches,” says José Gaztelu.
“I would like to thank the Advisory Board for the trust they have placed in me. Together with our team, we will solidify Chrono24’s position as the go-to destination for luxury watches, strengthen trust among buyers and sellers, and continue to leverage our growth potential, particularly in the U.S.”
